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With over one billion downloads worldwide, the mobile gaming juggernaut 8 Ball Pool is making its television debut. LG Electronics announced a partnership with Miniclip this week to bring the title to its webOS-powered smart TVs and monitors, marking the first time the pool simulator is playable on a large display.
A $5.57 million gift from the Marymount Education Foundation is set to reshape college access for Los Angeles students. The donation establishes the Marymount Scholars Program, a targeted initiative providing comprehensive financial support and mentorship to high schoolers from six local Catholic institutions aiming for degrees at Loyola Marymount University.
Benton Harbor-based KitchenAid is formalizing its relationship with digital creators through the launch of The KitchenAid Makers Club. This new initiative seeks to move beyond traditional advertising, inviting home cooks, bakers, and espresso enthusiasts to turn their kitchen rituals and recipes into shoppable, branded content experiences.
A generic "research use only" label on a website does not guarantee safety, yet many consumers purchase peptides online without medical oversight. Andres Giraldo, CEO of Bodybuilding.com, warns that bypassing professional patient evaluations and licensed prescribing channels creates significant health risks for those seeking wellness treatments.
Teaneck-based Cognizant Technology Solutions will report its third-quarter financial results on Thursday, October 29, 2026, before the opening bell. The disclosure precedes a management-led conference call scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, where executives plan to outline the company’s operating performance for the period.
Nashville-based cybersecurity firm Prescient Security has joined the SGS group, marking a strategic shift for the Swiss testing giant. By acquiring a majority stake in the information compliance specialist, SGS aims to accelerate its digital services revenue while integrating high-stakes penetration testing and automated compliance workflows into its global network.
Behind an unmarked door on Washington Avenue, a new cocktail sanctuary arrives in the Art Deco District on October 16. Apotheke South Beach, the latest expansion of the famed New York City speakeasy, replaces neon-lit club culture with a botanical-focused ritual rooted in the concept of plants as medicine.
A maiden auction for the Harrison Street Real Estate Fund has successfully cleared 91% of offered shares, marking a significant test for intra-period liquidity in interval funds. The process, facilitated by LODAS Markets and Nasdaq Fund Secondaries, allowed investors to trade outside standard repurchase windows without tapping into fund assets.
Two transcatheter aortic valve implantation procedures at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center marked the first U.S. commercial use of the Emboliner Embolic Protection System. Performed by Dr. Tamim Nazif on October 1, 2026, the milestone follows the device's recent 510(k) clearance from federal regulators.
During a September 15 meeting at the Pinnacle Center, employees of Grand Rapids-based Parkway Electric & Communications received a surprise announcement: the company has transitioned to 100% employee ownership. Through a new Employee Stock Ownership Plan, the staff now holds a direct financial stake in the firm they helped build.
Americans are more comfortable discussing death at a funeral than over birthday cake. A new national survey from Trust & Will reveals that families consistently avoid inheritance talks during celebrations, preferring—when they happen at all—to address the subject during ordinary, unremarkable moments without the pressure of a special occasion.
Nearly 300 orthodontic experts from 27 countries gathered in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, on September 19 for the Smartee European Summit 2026. The two-day event marked the company's first major academic conference outside China, focusing on advanced clinical research and the international debut of two specialized dental product lines.
A federal class action lawsuit targets Lincoln Educational Services Corporation following allegations that the company misled shareholders regarding its student enrollment conversion rates. Investors who purchased common stock between May 11 and August 9, 2026, face a November 10 deadline to serve as lead plaintiffs in the ongoing litigation.
South San Francisco-based Rigel Pharmaceuticals has issued restricted stock units to 18 new non-executive employees, utilizing an inducement plan authorized by the company’s compensation committee to secure fresh talent under NASDAQ Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
CME Group shattered its previous transaction records in September and throughout the third quarter of 2026, as the Chicago-based derivatives exchange saw a massive surge in activity across its interest rate and agricultural product lines, signaling a significant uptick in global market hedging and speculative trading.
Four of eight buildings at Al Mouj Business Park have been handed over to owners, marking a shift for the Muscat oceanfront destination as it transitions from a residential and leisure hub to a functional commercial district. The 39,000-square-meter development is already fully sold to prospective occupants.
6K Additive has finalized a $27.4 million loan agreement with the Export-Import Bank of the United States to accelerate the expansion of its Burgettstown, Pennsylvania facility. The funding, approved under the Make More in America Initiative, bolsters domestic production capacity for critical materials used in aerospace, defense, and energy sectors.
The global market for space sensors and actuators is set for significant expansion, climbing from $5.75 billion in 2026 to an estimated $9.04 billion by 2031. Driven by a 9.5% compound annual growth rate, the sector is evolving rapidly to support increasingly complex satellite constellations and interplanetary missions.
Ares Capital Corporation will release its financial results for the quarter ending September 30, 2026, before the Nasdaq market opens on Tuesday, October 27. The specialty finance firm plans to host a conference call and live webcast at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time that same day to discuss the performance.
Interim findings from the STARt-002 clinical study have been selected for an oral presentation at the upcoming Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer annual meeting. The trial marks the first time researchers have paired a Vβ6-selective T-cell agonist, invikafusp alfa, with the antibody-drug conjugate TRODELVY to treat metastatic breast cancer.
The Gulf of America is now under the watch of a new fleet of Lightfish unmanned surface vessels, marking a strategic shift from crewed patrols to persistent autonomous surveillance. Deployed from the Texas coast, these solar-powered craft aim to close long-standing gaps in maritime border security and interdiction capacity.
A major consolidation is reshaping the food supply chain as New York-based Roland Foods acquires Savor Brands from Dot Foods. The deal, which includes Dot Foods taking an equity stake in Roland, aims to merge Roland’s extensive global ingredient portfolio with Dot’s massive North American distribution infrastructure.
South San Francisco-based AKASA has launched an autonomous mid-cycle platform designed to automate complex inpatient medical coding and clinical documentation. The technology, which processes records in under 90 seconds, aims to resolve critical labor shortages and persistent error rates within the U.S. healthcare revenue cycle.
During Fire Prevention Week, pizza delivery takes a life-saving turn as Domino's drivers and local firefighters conduct surprise home inspections. If a customer’s smoke alarms are found to be operational, the pizza is free; if not, crews install new units or replace dead batteries on the spot.
Las Vegas-based Rareview Capital has launched the Rareview Bloomberg Commodity Index ETF, providing investors with passive exposure to a broad basket of global physical commodities. Trading under the ticker BCOM, the fund aims to integrate commodity holdings directly into portfolios alongside traditional equity and fixed-income allocations.
The global smart gas meter market is poised for steady expansion, with projections indicating growth from $2.55 billion in 2026 to $3.74 billion by 2031. This 8.0% compound annual growth rate reflects a broader industry shift as utilities accelerate the transition from mechanical hardware to digitally managed, IoT-enabled distribution networks.
Aker BP is restructuring its executive leadership effective January 1, 2027, shifting focus toward a value-chain model. The reorganization aims to simplify internal operations and accelerate project development across the Norwegian continental shelf, marking a strategic pivot as the company seeks to adapt to evolving industry demands.
With a $17.8 million strategic investment from the U.S. Department of War now finalized, Trilogy Metals has moved into a critical development phase for its Arctic copper project in Alaska, securing a federal permitting timeline that targets a formal record of decision by September 2028.
Management and investor relations representatives from Health In Tech will head to New York City this November to engage with the financial community. The AI-enabled InsurTech firm is scheduled to participate in the 17th Annual Craig-Hallum Alpha Select Conference on November 17, 2026, at the Sheraton New York Times Square.
Hyperscale Data is evaluating strategic alternatives for its subsidiary askROI, including a potential sale or partnership. The company aims to integrate the platform, which offers AI-driven research and automation tools, into a broader technology organization to accelerate its commercialization and development within the artificial intelligence and blockchain sectors.